The Likeness (Dublin Murder Squad, #2) (2008) | How Woke Is It?

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The Likeness (Dublin Murder Squad, #2)2008

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What We Think

'The Likeness' steers clear of most modern woke pitfalls. Its focus is on human complexity and suspense, not checking diversity boxes or sermonizing. A refreshingly non-woke read amidst today's literary landscape.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The book centers on complex characters and a well-constructed mystery, with identity and class issues explored through the plot rather than forced representation. Character development is rooted in personality and narrative logic, not just demographic categories.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While 'The Likeness' offers some modern skepticism toward certain institutions, it doesn’t overtly mock family, religion, or masculinity. It’s more about personal relationships than cultural critique, so traditional concepts aren’t aggressively targeted or upended.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The novel presents a variety of worldviews among its characters, including debates and conflicts regarding class and lifestyle. There’s no heavy-handed villainization of traditional perspectives and the cast isn’t preaching in ideological lockstep.

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